Coming to America is a 1988 romantic comedy film directed by John Landis. The movie stars Eddie Murphy as Prince Akeem Joffer, the crown prince of the fictional African nation of Zamunda. Akeem travels to New York City in search of true love and to escape an arranged marriage. Coming to America explores themes of identity, love, and cultural differences. The film showcases both the opulence of Zamunda and the vibrant diversity of New York City. Coming to America was a commercial success and has since become a cult classic.
